Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 February 2023
347. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the number of prisoners on educational or rehabilitative courses while in prison; the extent to which the number has remained consistent over the past three years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7950/23]
Amharc ar fhreagra348. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the extent to which rehabilitation and education continues to be offered to first-time offenders in prison; the number of such persons accessing such courses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7952/23]
Amharc ar fhreagra352. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the extent to which educational and rehabilitation facilities remain available in all the prisons throughout the country; the extent to which first time offenders have access to such services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7957/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 347, 348 and 352 together.
I have sought the information requested by the Deputy from the Irish Prison Service. However, the information was not available in time and I will write to the Deputy once the information is to hand.
